Universal Robots e-Series Error Code C338A12: An error occured during PROFIsafe communication

Universal Robots Robot Major Communication

Model: e-Series (UR3e/UR5e/UR10e/UR16e/UR20/UR30) | Code: C338A12

Applicable Systems
UR3 UR5 UR10 UR3e UR5e UR10e UR16e UR20 UR30

Symptoms

The CRC over the cyclic telegram does not match the expected value

Possible Causes

  • The CRC over the cyclic telegram does not match the expected value

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Check the connection and cable to the PLC,
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  2. Step 2: Conduct a complete rebooting sequence,
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  3. Step 3: Contact your local Universal Robots service provider for assistance
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How to Reset

Power cycle the robot controller and perform a complete reboot sequence. If the error persists, update the software to the latest version.

Source: Universal Robots Official Error Codes Directory (https://www.universal-robots.com/manuals/EN/PDF/Shared/ErrorCodes/ErrorCodes.pdf)

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